Westport Comhaltas

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Westport branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann held its annual AGM recently and reflected on a very successful year in 2012 with a host of well supported events and activities. The branch is looking forward to the year ahead and has big plans for 2013. The annual Comhaltas Buffet Ceili will be held in The Castlecourt Hotel tonight (Friday January 18).

Charlestown news

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

There is to be a new magazine for Charlestown, and Noirin Gannon the local librarian is looking for material for it. People have until June 2013 to submit relevant material. Noirin Gannon can be contacted by calling into the library in Charlestown or contacting her on 094 925 5934. A food tasting night in Riverside, Charlestown, will take place on January 29. A great night is promised. You will be able to sample starters, main courses, and desserts from various countries.

Breaffy GAA

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Tickets are now available for the Breaffy GAA Dinner Dance on Friday, January 25. Contact any committee member.

Ballyhaunis Summer Festival

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

A meeting will take place to discuss the Ballyhaunis Summer Festival (which takes place over the June Bank Holiday weekend) on Wednesday, January 23, at 4pm in The Enterprise Centre, Clare Road, Ballyhaunis.

The Claremorris Gathering

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Claremorris Gathering Promoters is a collaboration of community organisations in Claremorris set up to promote and co-ordinate activities for The Gathering 2013.

Mayo Comhaltas AGM

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

The AGM Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, Coiste Mhaigh Eo was held in the Welcome Inn Hotel, Castlebar, recently and all branches in the county were well represented. 2012 was a very successful year for Comhaltas in Mayo and many achievements were recorded.

Recycled fashion competition

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Artistic and creative secondary school pupils across Ireland are being encouraged to get their hands on industrial, electrical, commercial, and domestic waste products and turn them into pieces of fashion art as the deadline for entries to the 2013 Junk Kouture Recycled Fashion competition in association with the European Recycling Platform (ERP) looms closer – January 31.

Set dancing classes in Westport

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Set dancing classes have recommenced in Matt Molloy’s Bar every Monday night at 8.30pm with experienced tutor Eamonn Gannon. The classes cater for all levels and absolute beginners are especially welcome to go along and learn new steps.

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Travel to Medjugorje for a week in August. The price for a week all inclusive is €609, if a deposit of €50 is paid by February 17. After February 17 the full price of €649 applies. Places are limited. Flights are from Dublin. Contact Detta Molloy on 086 819 7111 for more information.

Card drive

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Cloonlyon Parents’ Association runs a 25 card drive every Friday night at 9pm in the Pastoral Centre, Charlestown. Admission €5. Prizes galore.

Car boot sale

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

The next indoor car boot sale in Foxford Sports and Leisure Centre will take place on Sunday January 20.

Ballina table quiz

Fri, Jan 18, 2013

Schools in the Ballina Credit Union catchment area are busy preparing their teams for the forthcoming table quiz which will be held in the Sports and Leisure Centre on Friday, February 1, at 8pm sharp.

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